Capitol of Catalonia
Barcelona in February. Well why not? The temperature hovers around 15 degrees celsius and the sky is cloudless. A perfect time to visit the home of Gaudi, Picasso and Messi.
A wonderful city to graze around. La Rambla is the focal point with so many bars, restaurants and cafes. Make a detour to see La Boqueria, a wonderful food market where you can enjoy a delicious fish supper.
I wanted to know more about the city and Catalonia. At the Museum of the History of Barcelona I found out about the growth of Barcelona as a trading port and later as an industrial base. I also saw the amazing Roman ruins, some of the most extensive outside Italy. At the Museu d’Historia de Catalunya I learned about the Spanish Civil War and the repression that followed including its impact on Catalonan culture and language.
And then there is the beach. A wonderful space to relax and enjoy a sunset.
I stayed at Room Mate Carla. A lovely hotel in a great location. My room was beautiful and I received great service.
Barcelona is stunning city.
Irresistable.
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